Hardware Engineering Summer Intern
Company: Turion Space
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description At Turion Space, our mission is
to ensure that space remains usable, safe, and secure for
generations to come. As an Engineering Intern, you’ll design highly
reliable hardware systems that will operate in space. Join us and
turn your passion for space into solutions! We are open to students
across all engineering disciplines, based on your interests and
skills we’ll place you on a team that can support your learning and
development. Key Responsibilities: Perform moderately complex
development activities, including the design, assembly, testing,
and documentation of satellites Act as a technical reference within
a group or solution Develop and employ the best practices and
maintain them through technical reviews and mentoring Perform root
cause analysis, validation/verification testing Contribute to the
engineering roadmap process for R&D projects Bring your voice
to the table in team collaborations and design reviews What You'll
Learn: What it takes to build and assemble hardware that operates
in space New product development for unique spacecraft Aerospace
regulations and documentation practices If you've ever watched a
spacecraft launch and thought "I want to help build that"—this is
your chance. Join us and build the hardware that makes space easier
to explore! What we're looking for: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s
degree in an engineering discipline Passion for, and knowledge of,
aerospace and space technology Must be able to work full time (40
hours per week), on-site in Irvine, CA for 12 consecutive weeks
between May – September 2026. Must be able to provide your own
transportation and housing. Nice to have: GPA of 3.5 or above
Hands-on experience working on teams designing hardware Openings:
As an Engineering Intern at Turion space you will drive designs
from concept through testing and flight. You’ll have broad
ownership and will be expected to learn quickly, contribute across
disciplines, and help us deliver mission-ready hardware. Based on
your experience you may be placed with the following sub-teams:
Mechanical: Create metallic and composite structures using
SolidWorks to model and draft your designs. You will learn how to
apply GD&T and complete tolerance stack ups. Propulsion: Design
propellant management subsystems and/or other propulsion subsystems
from concept through integration and test. This may include welded
structures, fluid systems, manifold design, piping, valves or
propellant tanking. Payload: Learn about the development of
electro-optical payloads, sensors and computer vision in aerospace
applications. Manufacturing: Develop manufacturing processes and
procedures for new spacecraft projects. Directly contribute to the
build and assembly of satellites. Hardware Engineer Intern Pay:
$25/hr-$30/hr ITAR Requirements: This position may include access
to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S.
export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations,
applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful,
permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8
U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible
to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of
State. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits
package designed to support the well-being and professional growth
of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and
company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge,
education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time
employees are eligible for:? Equity: Receive equity in Turion
Space, letting you benefit from the company's success Health
Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for
employees and their dependents. ? Retirement Plans: Access to a
401(k) plan to help you plan for your future. ? Paid Time Off:
Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to
ensure you have time to recharge. ? Professional Development:
Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to
advance your skills and career growth. Team Building Activities:
Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored
activities to foster a positive work environment. ? We are
dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for
our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built
upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual. Turion
Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion
Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and
qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race,
color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status,
disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally
protected status.
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